The Scottish Land Commission is driving a programme of urban and rural land reform to create a Scotland where land is owned and used fairly, responsibly and productively 🌲🏡🏢https://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mmbqub46x22hOur Good Practice Programme supports constructive conversations about land in Scotland. We work with communities, landowners and public bodies to encourage early conversations and better understanding. Find advice and support: buff.ly/3OJMzhC20 May 2026 11:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmbqub46x22hhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mluyn2bnla2hOur second Royal Highland Show panel discussion will explore Scotland’s rural land market, land data and transparency. We’ll discuss findings from the latest rural land market report and the role of accessible land data in supporting better decision-making. Find out more and book: buff.ly/umZvOih15 May 2026 09:15 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mluyn2bnla2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mluxw5lbo724What next for tenant farming in Scotland? Join us at the Royal Highland Show for a panel discussion exploring the future of Scotland’s tenant farming sector, with perspectives from across farming, land management, rural policy and agricultural law. Find out more and book: buff.ly/AVBmLOv15 May 2026 09:02 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mluxw5lbo724https://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mlq2anmg2b2yWe’re hiring a Senior Finance Officer to join our team. 📍 Inverness (hybrid considered) 💼 9-month maternity cover, possible extension ⏰ Full or part-time 💰 £38,791–£44,311 We’re looking for someone with strong financial reporting and data management skills. buff.ly/vqRh7i013 May 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlq2anmg2b2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mlnghkw7m62eWe regularly speak with land agents, community representatives, NGOs, landowners, developers and others about land decision-making in Scotland. A consistent theme is the importance of trust, active listening and constructive conversation between people with different perspectives. buff.ly/ASKiQ6612 May 2026 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlnghkw7m62ehttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mllgpbmx4e2bBig conversations on land and rural Scotland are coming to this year’s Royal Highland Show. We’ll be announcing our event programme soon - join our mailing list to be the first to hear what’s planned. buff.ly/xjTfiVE11 May 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mllgpbmx4e2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mkkaytj65p2u📢Reminder: Invitation to Tender - New Model Lease for Environmental Purposes. Supporting implementation of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2025, this project will explore new approaches to land use alongside or beyond traditional agriculture. 📅 Deadline: 18 May 2026, 12:00 Details: buff.ly/HAiXbc728 Apr 2026 09:20 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkkaytj65p2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mjlxdyl5d42g⌛ Closing soon Applications for our Tenant Farming Officer role close this Sunday. If you’re looking to be part of a team working to make a real difference across Scotland’s agricultural sector, we’d like to hear from you. Find out more and apply: buff.ly/SnkKW2j 📸 James MacKessack-Leitch16 Apr 2026 08:07 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjlxdyl5d42ghttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mj2iqqj7ud2kWe’re recruiting to grow our tenant farming team. Tenant Farming Commissioner Rob Black shares more about the role and how to apply 👇09 Apr 2026 09:31 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj2iqqj7ud2khttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mivlewgvsj2tWe have published an ITT for work to support the development of a model lease for environmental purposes. This project will contribute to implementation of provisions in the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2025. Deadline: 12:00 on 18 May Contract: up to £40,000 (inc of VAT) buff.ly/qCgvRkb07 Apr 2026 10:34 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mivlewgvsj2thttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mhuth2cbhf2kOver the past few weeks we’ve been spotlighting our refreshed good practice protocols. They support the Land Rights and Responsibilities Statement (LRRS), setting out expectations for engagement, stewardship, transparency and opportunities for communities. buff.ly/OjCknKk25 Mar 2026 10:01 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhuth2cbhf2khttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mhsn47blkr25Last week, we published findings from a report exploring tax options to reduce emissions from land and support land reform. 🔎 Take a look at the key insights from this important research.24 Mar 2026 13:02 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhsn47blkr25https://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mhib36jotx2nA key theme across our protocols is transparency. This week we’re highlighting our Protocol on transparency of ownership and decision-making — helping ensure people can understand who owns land, who makes decisions, and how those decisions are taken. Find out more. buff.ly/7ZJF9dk20 Mar 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhib36jotx2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mhg63avoec2nNew advice from the Scottish Land Commission highlights how tax could support climate action and land reform — but also the practical challenges of introducing a peatland carbon tax. 🧵19 Mar 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhg63avoec2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mgwnrqyjrp2h💡 Protocol spotlight: Opportunities for ownership, lease and use of land and buildings. This protocol encourages landowners and managers to consider opportunities for communities to buy, lease or use land where it could support local wellbeing and development. Read more 👇 buff.ly/eWYRsto13 Mar 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgwnrqyjrp2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mgryit3vbf2u📢 Job opportunity: Tenant Farming Officer Join the Scottish Land Commission and support the work of the TFC, helping improve relationships and good practice across the tenant farming sector. 📍 Inverness | 4 days / week | 2 year contract 🗓 Apply by 19 April 📄https://buff.ly/wIZxx3311 Mar 2026 13:28 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgryit3vbf2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mgpqjwrcuh2uIslay visit – 12–13 March Following the earlier cancellation due to ferry disruption, Rob Black, Tenant Farming Commissioner, will now be visiting Islay this week. If you’d like to arrange a meeting while he’s on the island, please get in touch - tfc@landcommission.gov.scot10 Mar 2026 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgpqjwrcuh2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mfthaqycf42tLast week we looked at community engagement, but engagement is only part of the picture. This week we’re highlighting our Protocol on good stewardship of land, setting out expectations for long-term, responsible management that supports communities, nature and future generations. buff.ly/tyOqHpx27 Feb 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfthaqycf42thttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mfqtiplnec2qToday the Scottish Land Commission publishes its ScotLand Futures roadmap, setting out practical steps to reform how land is owned and used. Three priorities: 🌱 Open up land opportunities ⚖️ Rebalance ownership power 🏘️ Put communities at the heart of decisions buff.ly/6gz3izL buff.ly/eKe4tOK26 Feb 2026 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfqtiplnec2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mfbtzwhrt72hFollowing on from last week’s spotlight on Common Good land and buildings, this week we’re highlighting our Protocol on Community Engagement. It sets out expectations for early, proactive and transparent engagement when decisions about land may affect communities. buff.ly/T0oagiF20 Feb 2026 10:01 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfbtzwhrt72hhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mf4xko5apo2t⚠️ Update: Islay visit cancelled due to ferry Unfortunately, due to ferry cancellations the TFC is not able to travel to Islay on 18–19 February. We apologise for the short notice and for the earlier post confirming the visit. We appreciate that this may cause inconvenience.18 Feb 2026 11:20 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mf4xko5apo2thttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3menqcqnxj42yOver the next few weeks, we’ll be spotlighting a different protocol and explaining why it matters. This week: Common Good land and buildings. These assets are held for public benefit, and how they are managed matters for transparency, community trust and local decision-making. buff.ly/YMBA92U12 Feb 2026 10:01 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3menqcqnxj42yhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mel4gudwh42rTFC – Island Visits Rob Black & Peter McDougall will be on Bute this evening and on Islay on 18–19 Feb, attending STFA meetings. They’re keen to meet tenant farmers and landlords informally during the day to hear about experiences of tenancy and the sector more widely. tfc@landcommission.gov.scot11 Feb 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mel4gudwh42rhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3meinnp4nqj2nHow do you value land – and why does it matter for reform? In our latest guest blog, Dr Bryonny Goodwin-Hawkins unpacks why land valuation is harder than it looks, drawing on recent discussions in Wales and reflecting on what this means for tax and land reform across the UK. buff.ly/6tfFfI310 Feb 2026 09:30 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3meinnp4nqj2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mduyzbicss2yRelinquishment and Assignation has been in place for nearly five years, but is it working for new entrants? In his latest blog, Peter MacDougall looks at the evidence so far and asks whether opportunities for new entrants are being fully realised. 👉 Read the full blog: buff.ly/b9PW7mh02 Feb 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mduyzbicss2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mdktvcpvan23One year on from launching our Community Benefits from Nature project, Annabel shared reflections on what we’ve learned so far. We’ve also developed practical resources to support collaboration between communities and natural capital projects 👇 Blog: buff.ly/3i7oijt Resources : buff.ly/Mcx1YqU29 Jan 2026 13:02 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdktvcpvan23https://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mdfis5n2f62zWe’ve refreshed our Good Practice Protocols. They set out clear expectations for responsible land ownership & management, based on experience since 2019. Good practice matters. When landowners & communities work together, it builds trust and supports positive long-term outcomes. buff.ly/eoE0B5c27 Jan 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdfis5n2f62zhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mcyzvu62sa2rNa chuala sinn bho ScotLand Futures – a-nis ri fhaighinn sa Ghàidhlig. Many responses highlighted the strong connection between land, culture and language. We want our ScotLand Futures work to reflect that, including through bilingual publications where possible. buff.ly/t495gnP22 Jan 2026 11:01 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcyzvu62sa2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mctvjsn3742kWhat have we learned so far about community benefits from nature? 🌱 After a year of working with landowners and communities, we’re sharing key lessons on trust, skills and collaboration, and what comes next as delivery gets under way. Read the blog: buff.ly/3i7oijt20 Jan 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mctvjsn3742khttps://bsky.app/profile/scottishlandcom.bsky.social/post/3mck5qat74h25⚡ In Wolfhagen, Germany, citizens co-own their energy company through a cooperative. They help govern decisions, power their homes with local renewables, and share in the profits. 📖 Read the full case study in our Governance Guide: buff.ly/LIGQB9P16 Jan 2026 13:00 +0000at://did:plc:wheutwubze2ltuhhce3y4nqs/app.bsky.feed.post/3mck5qat74h25